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April 13, 2026 TX · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Ace Aggregates, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee reported having back pain to EE's supervisor. EE was about to grease EE's loader, but hadn't started yet, when EE began to feel pain. EE does not know what caused it. EE was not doing anything when the pain started. Axis care line was called. Nurse advised rest, OTC pain meds, & Ice therapy. Employee was sent home at 12:40 to rest and follow nurses care plan.

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